How do you change the residential parent for school purposes?

You should be able to have an attorney prepare an agreement that will be sufficient to satisfy the school. You can find attorneys in your area...

It depends what decision. A 17 year old can make their own decisions about medical care, but not about where they will live, although, a court...

No, living in a studio with does not constitute an "unstable" living condition. The housing accommodations of both parents may be considered in...

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At a permanency hearing, can u get emancipated. My mom had her rights terminated. She's been clean for 2 years . I want this.

It depends, in part, upon how old you are now and how likely it is that you truly can be emancipated. Keep trying to get your GAL, try emailing if...

It isnt really a qurstion but there someway I can move out and my parent wont stop me ?

In NY you are considered an adult and responsible for yourself as long as you are mentally competent. Thus, you can decide where you want to live....

Am i entitled to allimony or anything?

It may be possible for you to receive spousal maintenance payments from your current spouse if you divorce. Each case is evaluated on its unique...

Need a lawyer to help draft documents for dissolving a registered domestic partnership. I already have a divorce decree from MA

There are many good attorneys in your area! You can search the profiles here on Avvo to find someone close to you that can work within your...

Joint vs sole custody... what should I have filed for?

Child custody in New York is often misunderstood, but it seems you have the basic understanding in that if the parents cannot communicate, "joint...

Could I Get full Custody?

Yes, it is certainly possible for you to obtain "full custody" but the father will still be given the opportunity to maintain visits with the...

Is there a way to request a new law guardian?

Unless the court believes the attorney for the child isn't doing their job or the attorney asks to be relieved, there is no procedure to have them...